Nick Jonas' Heartfelt Birthday Wish, Priyanka's 'Mandakini' Look Steals the Spotlight

New Delhi, July 19, 2026 Priyanka Chopra Jonas' 44th birthday turned into a celebration of both her personal and professional milestones. While husband Nick Jonas shared a touching glimpse of their time together during a vacation in Spain, filmmaker SS Rajamouli marked the occasion by unveiling her first look from his upcoming film Varanasi, creating excitement among fans. Nick shared a candid video from a yacht, where Priyanka is seen wearing a bikini with a stylish cover-up, sunglasses and a bandana. As he films her, she smiles warmly before blowing him a flying kiss, capturing a simple yet affectionate moment between the couple. Sharing the clip on Instagram, Nick wrote, "Happy Birthday! My love." Adding to the birthday celebrations, Rajamouli introduced Priyanka's character, Mandakini, through two striking stills from Varanasi. Along with the images, he captioned the post, "Grace when she smiles. Fire when she doesn't. Mandakini..." The first still features Priyanka in a black corset-inspired outfit with a textured updo and an intense expression, while the second shows her against the scenic backdrop of Kenya's Maasai Mara, dressed in a white crop top, black cargo trousers and a beige jacket. The special birthday moments highlighted both Priyanka's personal happiness and her evolving journey on the big screen. With Nick's heartfelt tribute and the reveal of her powerful new character, the celebrations have further increased anticipation for her upcoming project.